Brand: TOSHIBA
Category: Microwave Oven
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for EM245A5C-BS
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8 p.m.
Warranty Information
This product carries a one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
Power Levels: Ten power levels are available (100% to 10%). Select by pressing 'Power' then number pads.
Clock Setting: Press 'Clock', enter time (1:00-12:59), press 'Clock' to confirm.
Kitchen Timer: Press 'Timer', enter time (max 99 min 99 sec), press 'Start/+30Sec.' to begin.
Microwave Cook: Press 'Cook Time', enter time, press 'Power' to select level (0-9), press 'Start/+30Sec.' to cook.
One Touch Start: Press number pads 1-3 for 1-3 min cooking at 100% power. Press 'Start/+30Sec.' to add 30 sec.
Weight Defrost: Press 'Defrost', enter weight (0.1-6.0 lbs), press 'Start/+30Sec.' to defrost.
Time Defrost: Press 'Defrost' twice, enter time (00:01-99:99), default power level 3, press 'Start/+30Sec.'
Popcorn: Press 'Popcorn', select weight (1.75", 3.0", 3.5"), press 'Start/+30Sec.'
Sensor Cooking: Select menu (e.g., Potato, Meat), place food, press 'Start/+30Sec.'
Troubleshooting and error codes
| TROUBLE | Possible Cause | Possible Remedy |
| Oven will not start |
a. Electrical cord for oven is not plugged in. b. Door is open. c. Wrong operation is set. |
a. Plug into the outlet. b. Close the door and try again. c. Check instructions |
| Arcing or sparking |
a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used. b. The oven is operated when empty. c. Spilled food remains in the cavity. |
a. Use microwave-safe cookware only. b. Do not operate with oven empty. Clean c. cavity with wet towel. |
| Unevenly cooked foods |
a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used. b. Food is not defrosted completely. c. Cooking time, power level is not suitable. d. Food is not turned or stirred. |
a. Use microwave-safe cookware only. b. Completely defrost food. c. Use correct cooking time, power level. d. Turn or stir food. |
| Overcooked foods | Cooking time, power level is not suitable. | Use correct cooking time, power level. |
| Undercooked foods |
a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used. b. Food is not defrosted completely. c. Oven ventilation ports are restricted. d. Cooking time, power level is not suitable. |
a. Use microwave-safe cookware only. b. Completely defrost food. c. Check to see that oven venti-lation ports are not restricted. d. Use correct cooking time, power level |
| Improper defrosting |
a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used. b. Cooking time, power level is not suitable. c. Food is not turned or stirred. |
a. Use microwave-safe cookware only. b. Use correct cooking time, power level. c. Turn or stir food. |
| Sensor cooked foods not properly cooked |
a. Cover or lid on food not vented. b. Door opened before sensor-detected cooking time appears in display. |
a. Cover or lid over food must contain vent hole for escaping steam. b. Do not open door to stir orturn food before sensor-detected cooking time appears in display. |